Genesis Mission

U.S. Energy Department Awards First Genesis Mission Projects to Advance Nuclear Energy and AI Research

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The U.S. Energy Department on July 22 selected the first group of research projects under the Genesis Mission, a national initiative that combines artificial intelligence with high-performance computing to accelerate scientific discovery across energy, national security, and other research areas. The initial awards establish a broad research portfolio spanning national laboratories, universities, private companies, and…...

U.S. Development Bank Ends Ban on Financing Nuclear Power Projects

New Jersey Enacts Power NJ Act to Procure 1,100 Megawatts of New Nuclear Capacity

Climate Change and Emissions, Electric Transmission, EnerKnol Impact-Misc Categories, EnerKnol Impacts, EnerKnol Pulse, Nuclear, PRODUCTS

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill on July 13 signed the Power NJ Act, establishing a competitive procurement framework for at least 1,100-megawatt of new nuclear generation as the state works to meet rising electricity demand, strengthen grid reliability, and expand its supply of carbon-free power. The legislation directs the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Nuclear Power 2026 06 30 Blog preview

Visual Primer: Federal and State Actions Expand Opportunities for Advanced Nuclear

Climate Change and Emissions, Electric Transmission, Energy Efficiency, EnerKnol Impact-Misc Categories, EnerKnol Impacts, EnerKnol Research Reports, EnerKnol Visual Primer, Integrated Resource Plans, Nuclear, Nuclear Power, PRODUCTS, REC Feed, Renewables

Federal reforms and state actions are reshaping the regulatory and investment landscape for nuclear power, enabling expanded deployment of advanced reactors and next-generation nuclear technologies across the country.

Genesis Mission

New York Launches 5-Gigawatt Nuclear Expansion Framework to Strengthen Grid Reliability

Climate Change and Emissions, EnerKnol Impact-Misc Categories, EnerKnol Impacts, EnerKnol Pulse, Nuclear, PRODUCTS

The New York State Public Service Commission on June 11 initiated a proceeding to establish a Nuclear Reliability Backbone, or NRB, framework that could support development of up to 5 gigawatts of new nuclear generation, advancing Governor Kathy Hochul’s strategy to strengthen grid reliability and support the state’s clean energy transition. The initiative will evaluate…...

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U.S. Energy Department Releases Fusion Roadmap to Accelerate Commercial Deployment by Mid-2030s

Climate Change and Emissions, EnerKnol Impact-Misc Categories, EnerKnol Impacts, EnerKnol Pulse, Nuclear, PRODUCTS

The U.S. Energy Department on June 9 released a national fusion strategy aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of fusion energy, with the goal of supporting fusion pilot plants and commercial power generation by the mid-2030s. The initiative outlines federal priorities for research, infrastructure, workforce development, and industry collaboration as the U.S. seeks to…...

EnerKnol Research PU Visual Primer Data Center Ratepayer Protections 2026 06 09 Blog preview

Visual Primer: States Move to Shield Ratepayers from Data Center Expansion Impacts

Climate Change and Emissions, Electric Transmission, Energy Efficiency, EnerKnol Impact-Misc Categories, EnerKnol Impacts, EnerKnol Research Reports, EnerKnol Visual Primer, Integrated Resource Plans, Nuclear, Power & Utilities, PRODUCTS, REC Feed, Smart Grid

Recent legislative and regulatory actions reflect a growing push for stricter oversight of large load customers, as states seek to prevent the costs of grid upgrades and reliability investments from being shifted onto residential and small-business ratepayers.